BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School […]
Come join in for a festive, fun-filled and funny holiday event at The Tin Room Theater on Wednesday night, Nov. 29, 2023. Get into the holiday spirit with a “Deck the Hallmarks” celebration – an evening of delightful improv performances, heartwarming holiday movie clips, and plenty of holiday cheer. Whether you’re a fan of classic Christmas love stories […]
The Burien Creative District will be holding a Happy Hour on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 at Humble Vine in Olde Burien, and all are invited. This is a free, open event for local creatives, including artists, writers, filmmakers, game makers and more. These are casual non-hosted meetups and everyone is welcome – just show up! […]
"Culture On Tour" 2023, featuring students from Kennedy Catholic and Evergreen High Schools will be held on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, from 4–8 p.m. at the Burien Community Center. Expect performances, music and food. Scan the QR code below or visit @CULTURE.ON.TOUR on Instagram or at https://linktr.ee/cultureontour for more information. This event is sponsored by […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues on Friday night, Dec. 1, 2023 at 8 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High […]
The Normandy Park Community Club Bazaar is a cherished holiday tradition which will return to The Cove on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. They will be featuring 100% handcrafted items, offering a unique shopping experience in our community. You will find art, gifts of all sorts and lots of high […]
Burien Elks #2143 will be holding a Hoop Shoot this Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, from 9 a.m. until Noon at Lafayette Elementary school in West Seattle (map below). This is an annual free throw shooting contest that happens across the United States, where boys and girls from ages 8 to 13 compete in a free-throw […]
The annual Kennedy Catholic High School Arts and Crafts Fair returns on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. This festive event is a time-honored tradition known for its high quality and wide attendance. It is truly not to be missed! One of the largest Arts & Craft Fairs left in the area […]
Buy Local and Handmade – stop by Moshier Community Art Center’s Holiday Pottery Sale on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 to shop and support students, instructors and studio artists selling beautiful handmade ceramic pieces. This is a free event that will run from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Moshier Art Center (map below). Twice […]
Discover Burien's annual Holiday Cookie Crawl will be held on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. throughout Downtown Burien. Have tasty, family fun strolling through Downtown Burien collecting sweet holiday treats and enjoying the festive spirit of the season! Event Details: Buy Tickets Here Interested in Being a Sponsor? SPONSOR INFO
A Storytelling Workshop with Paul Currington of Fresh Ground Stories will be held at the Highline Heritage Museum on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, from 1 - 3:30 p.m. This is a FREE event that will help guests learn how to be a better storyteller. Important: Bring a Story Bring a story, even just an idea […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater […]
From our friends at WABI Burien: It’s time for a walk this Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 (isn’t it always time for a walk?), and WABI Burien is inviting YOU. It’s fun. It gets you out of the house. You get the chance to talk to people you wouldn’t otherwise chat with. And it keeps you […]
On the agenda for Monday night’s (Dec. 4, 2023) regular Burien City Council meeting: legislative update, budget, amendment to the B&O tax & more. The meeting can be viewed in-person at Burien City Hall, on Comcast TV Channel 21, via Zoom here and via livestream online here. Download the full agenda/packet here (PDF file). Here […]
The City of Burien announced this week that it is re-imagining the long-term future of the city through a coordinated planning effort called "Shape Your City," and they're planning an Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023. The Open House will run from 6–7:30 p.m. in the Community Room (Council Chambers) at Burien City Hall/Library. Over […]
Every year since 1982 (minus a pandemic pause) Burien’s Economy Wiring (a longtime Advertiser) has hosted a good ol’ fashioned Christmas Tree Lighting event, and this year's will be held on Wednesday night, Dec. 6, 2023, starting at 6 p.m. This year’s event will take place in the parking lot of Economy Wiring, located at […]
Come celebrate La Posada at the Highline Heritage Museum in Burien on Friday night, Dec. 8, 2023. This free holiday event will run from 5 – 8 p.m. La Posada, which translates to “The Inns” in English, is a religious festival celebrated in Mexico, some parts of the United States, and other Latin American countries. […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues Friday night, Dec. 8, 2023 at 8 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School […]
Enjoy a chestnut roast, live music & more at Casa Italiana’s Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. This free, fun community event starts at 9:30 a.m., and is for all ages. The Italian-themed Christmas party will include live music, caffe specials, a chestnut roast, a wine and beer garden and more. Christmas bake sale […]
Burien’s favorite holiday choral tradition is coming to town the weekend of Dec. 9 & 10, 2023 – Northwest Associated Arts ensembles ChoralSounds and SilverSounds will perform 'ChristmasSounds in Burien,' a joy-filled, toe-tapping, non-stop musical event featuring holiday classics old and new. The children of North Hill Elementary Christmas Choir will join the festivities and […]
Lifted! Youth Gospel Choir and Lake Burien Presbyterian Church will be presenting "A Lifted! Christmas" this Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, starting at 6 p.m. at John Knox Presbyterian Church. This family Christmas Concert is FREE, but donations are always appreciated. "Lifted! Youth Gospel Choir invites you to an evening of energetic and soul-stirring music as […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues Saturday night, Dec. 9, 2023 at 8 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School […]
The Burien area recently lost a dear, generous and funny friend recently with the passing of Scott Gifford on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. Son of Patti Gifford, and sister of Christina Scott was a longtime member of Highline Schools Foundation’s Board of Trustees, serving since 2011. He was Board President in 2013, was a longstanding […]
Burien’s favorite holiday choral tradition is coming to town the weekend of Dec. 9 & 10, 2023 – Northwest Associated Arts ensembles ChoralSounds and SilverSounds will perform 'ChristmasSounds in Burien,' a joy-filled, toe-tapping, non-stop musical event featuring holiday classics old and new. The children of North Hill Elementary Christmas Choir will join the festivities and […]
All are invited to join a CHANUKAH CELEBRATION at the Highline Heritage Museum on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, starting at 4 p.m. Here's what to expect at this free event: GIANT menorah lighting Lively MUSIC Traditional DONUTS GUESS the dreidels Hot LATKES Free admission Fun for the whole family "Looking forward to seeing you for […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater […]
Discover Burien’s annual Holiday Party will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, to celebrate the festive season and a great year. This year’s event will be held at Honey & Harmony, located at 113 SW 153rd Street in Burien (map below). There will be light appetizers, desserts and a cash bar (members will get […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 at 8 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater […]
From our friends at WABI Burien: WABI Burien will be holding a Walk n'Talk with a Doc this Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, from 11 a.m. – Noon at Burien Town Square Park. This is a free event, open to all – just show up! WHAT: This Month’s Topic: Food Safety WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023: […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben continues Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at 8 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater […]
BAT Theatre's Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben has its finalé on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic […]
SPONSORED: Are you still doing last-minute ‘chopping’ for the holidays? Here’s one great idea – get knives sharpened at the Burien Farmers Market this Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023 – come see Scott McClure from Sharper-Tools LLC, Where Sharpness Meets Excellence. Keep your tools in top shape and make your daily tasks easier and more enjoyable. […]
Over 75,000 people in Washington State are living with epilepsy, and here's how YOU can help. Attend the "Dinner for a Cause" benefitting the Epilepsy Foundation of Washington at the Burien Elks Lodge on Thursday night, Dec. 21, 2023, from 6–9 p.m. Cost is $15 per person for a buffet dinner, with $1 raffle tickets […]
The second annual Burning Boat Festival will be held on New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31, 2023), from 6–9 p.m. at Des Moines Beach Park, with the boat set to burn at 9 p.m. This year’s event will benefit children experiencing homelessness in Highline Public Schools. Guests are invited to write and drop a New Year’s […]
Start 2024 off with an invigorating dip at the Cove during Normandy Park’s Polar Plunge at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. This family-friendly event is free and open to all, and will be the city’s second official plunge. And since this plunge starts at 11 a.m., you can still also jump in the […]
All are invited to celebrrrrate the New Year at Noon on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, with a refreshing Polar Bear Plunge into the frigid waters of Puget Sound in Burien’s Three Tree Point neighborhood. Burien’s annual Polar Bear Plunge will be held at the south beach in Three Tree Point (map below) at Noon – […]
Sometimes it just takes one species to completely change an environment. For Washington state, that could be the invasive European green crab. Join Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife European Green Crab Outreach Specialist Jessica Ostfeld in exploring why Washingtonians are worried about the European green crab, what we are doing to protect our state, […]
Without bachelor's degrees, low-income youth face enormous obstacles in transcending poverty. In Washington State, the rate of college enrollment dropped 10 percent between the high school graduating classes of 2019 and 2021, according to numbers released by the Washington Roundtable. This comes at a time when 70% of the state's open jobs between 2024 and […]
An Opening Reception for local Painter Ken DeRoux will be held this Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, from 5 – 7 p.m. at the Highline Heritage Museum. DeRoux' paintings will be on display at the Burien Arts Gallery Wall at the museum through March. The Museum is open Thursday-Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m. Event Details: […]
A Candlelight Vigil for the "future of Eagle Landing Park" will be held on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, from 6 – 8 p.m. A petition has also been created. "Join us in honoring the future of Eagle Landing," organizers said. This event is being organized by Burien resident John White, who as we previously reported, […]
St. Francis Scout Troop 375/8375 will be hosting their annual Christmas Tree recycle event on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 6-7, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at their usual location at the Burien Eagles (map below). “Please come and support our efforts to earn money for Scout camps and other adventures,” organizers said. Cost […]